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Expressing my style using necklaces...

shipskitty

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I'm currently calling my style "Structured bohemian". It expresses the tensions I feel between some of the classic things I am drawn to versus the quirky / edgier / eclectic elements which make my heart happy.

I'm looking for a few new necklaces to help express my style thinking fairly bold, a bit urban, a bit structured but a bit eclectic.

My hope will be that I can wear them with my contemporary business clothes (which have to take me from business casual to corporate when I am consulting) and also in my downtime when I am more of a MOTG.

Yay or Nay? Any other thoughts?

1. Winky kitty

2. Shattered shield necklace

3. Silver cubes on mesh

Thanks in advance, Liz

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Latest reply was from nicoleb

sarah

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A big yay from me, Liz! These are gorgeous. I know exactly what you mean about that tension between staid and eclectic. These necklaces would give your outfits a flair that might just make you very happy. I'd say give them a go.

JennyAnne

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#2 is so very very cool. I like the structured boho characterization and think all of these would fit right in.

Mochi

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I think the term "structured bohemian" is pure genius. I love your necklaces, especially the third one (I like a statement chain). I'll be paying speciall attention to your WIWs from here on!

Jem

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I love all of your necklaces!

banananutmuffin

I love them all, but #2 is my personal fave!

Vix

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These seem like they will do exactly what you want them to do; great, versatile pieces! Agree about #2 being especially intriguing.

Would love to see (or even hear) what you end up pairing them with with down the line.

Lisa

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I vote yes to all of them. I'm a tad partial to #1, so fun!

lyn67

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I die for the second one!!:-))

Suz

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Gorgeous, and I think any one of these would do what you want for your overall look. My fave is #2 but of course it will depend on what you're hoping to wear them with!

Amy

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These will absolutely work! I love them all!

Where did you find them?

Transcona Shannon

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Yes to all of them! Structured bohemian - genius!

Claudia

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These are lovely -- and I'd really love to have #2 myself.

Shipskitty, did you decide to order that silk scarf? I have been a bit obsessed with it and wondered if you bit.

rae

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Ooh! I like them all, especially #2. I think 2 and 3 would add a structured bohemian vibe to a business outfit, no problem.

Aida

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I think #2 and #3 fit what you describe nicely! Those are stunning necklaces.

shipskitty

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Thanks Ladies, I really appreciate your input.

@ Amy - These all come from http://www.etsy.com - I'm a compulsive Etsy browser.

@ Claudia - I didn't buy the scarf in the end - as I became convinced ultimately that it wouldn't be flexible enough to do what I wanted. If you are interested it is also from Etsy:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/82.....on-elegant

Amy

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Thanks for the info shipskitty! I love etsy too

catgirl

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These are gorgeous! They remind a little of a couple of items I got from Silpada... I especially adore the 2nd one.

D'Ellen

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Yay from me! I especially love #2 and #3. My "base" style is modern classic, but I enjoy exploring other styles - bohemian, arty, RATE - and I rely on accessories to take a classic outfit in another direction. I think these necklaces would serve you well!

Girl X

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Just so we're clear, you're going to get them ALL, right? Because that might be the only way to keep us YLF gals from rioting.

shipskitty

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@ Girl X - LOL - Yes I hope so. I've ordered #2 and #3 since my last post (they're made by the same person co-incidentally).

#1 I am still hoping to purchase but I only realised when I went to purchase that they don't list shipping to Australia. I'm checking if they will ship to me - some vendors sadly don't like to ship outside their home country.

akon12

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Wow, I think the designs are eye-catching and definitely statement pieces. I particularly like the texture on #2! Are you a more silver-black person or you just haven't found the perfect piece with a dash of bold colour to brighten up the meeting room?

rachylou

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I agree, Structured Bohemian is pure genius! My fave is also #2. I hate to say this, but I don't think winky kitty is Structured Bohemian.

shipskitty

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@ akon12 - I'm team silver all the way. I am trying to bring more colour into my wardrobe but so far haven't found it easy to find coloured pieces which will be flexible enough to do what I want. I'm certainly open to suggestions though if you have any ideas. I mostly wear cool colours - my main neutrals are navy and grey.

@ rachylou - Thanks for your input. It is looking like I won't be able to buy #! anyway as the Etsy seller seems to be ignoring my polite inquiry about international shipping. So maybe it wasn't meant to be!

nicoleb

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awesome! I do love some good accessorizing!